Cheyney University - Athletic Complex Construction

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Agency & Value

Agency

Pa State Sys of Higher Ed

Contract Value

Not provided

Codes & Classification

Solicitation Number

DGS C-0403-0086 Phase 4

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Additional Details

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None

Place of Performance

SourceSLED

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The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) has issued a procurement notice for the construction of a new Athletic Complex at Cheyney University, located in Cheyney, Pennsylvania. This initiative, identified as DGS C-0403-0086 Phase 4, represents a significant capital investment in the university’s athletic infrastructure, with the intent to enhance campus facilities and support the university’s athletic programs. The scope of this project encompasses four primary construction disciplines: General Construction, HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical. The estimated contract values for each discipline are as follows: General Construction ($16,000,000 - $17,000,000), HVAC ($2,000,000 - $3,000,000), Plumbing ($4,000,000 - $5,000,000), and Electrical ($3,000,000 - $4,000,000). Each discipline will be bid separately, and the project will be awarded based on a standard low-bid process. Key requirements for this procurement include strict adherence to liquidated damages provisions, which are set at varying daily rates for each discipline in the event of project delays: $6,000 per day for General Construction, $1,500 per day for HVAC, $500 per day for Plumbing, and $2,000 per day for Electrical. Notably, no bid guaranty is required for this project. The procurement process is fully electronic, with all bids to be submitted via the e-Builder platform. Prospective bidders must register and create a user profile within e-Builder to access plans, specifications, and bid packages. Technical support for the platform is available, and a video tutorial is provided for first-time users. Public bid openings will be conducted online and are accessible only via Windows PCs. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at Cheyney University, Marcus Foster Building, Room 211. Contractors are required to park in Lot B, as specified by campus guidelines. In alignment with the Commonwealth’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, the Department of General Services Capital Programs and the Bureau of Diversity, Inclusion and Small Business Opportunities (BDISBO) have established Small Diverse Business (SDB) and Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) participation goals for this procurement. The goals for each prime contract are as follows: - General Construction: SDB 16%, VBE 3% - HVAC Construction: SDB 14%, VBE 3% - Plumbing Construction: No SDB or VBE goals - Electrical Construction: SDB 22%, VBE 3% Bidders must either meet these participation goals in full or demonstrate good faith efforts to do so, as detailed in the Instructions to Bidders. This represents a shift from previous program requirements, as no points will be allocated for SDB/SB participation, and goals are not set for contracts below the $600,000 threshold. Compliance with the Capital Programs Employment Verification Act 127 of 2012 is mandatory, requiring submission of a verification form with the bid or prior to contract award. Additionally, bidders must certify compliance with all applicable Pennsylvania labor and workforce safety laws in accordance with Executive Order 2021-06, Worker Protection and Investment. The deadline for bid submission is Friday, August 14, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. All project documentation, including the solicitation and instructions, can be accessed via the Pennsylvania eMarketplace portal at https://www.emarketplace.state.pa.us/Solicitations.aspx?SID=DGS%20C-0403-0086%20Phase%204. This opportunity is well-suited for contractors with experience in large-scale institutional construction, particularly those with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and workforce compliance. The project’s substantial scope, clear participation goals, and electronic bid process underscore the Commonwealth’s emphasis on transparency, inclusion, and timely project delivery.